REAPPROPRIATES
(verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Reappropriates.
Reappropriates - as a verb
To seize and reassign.
To appropriate again.
(of a group) to reclaim a term that was previously used to disparage that group.
Example: "Once a term of homophobic abuse, the term “queer” has been reappropriated as a marker for some gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender (glbt), and other marginalized sexual identities."
Example Sentences
"He reappropriates old photographs to create new artwork."
"The artist reappropriates discarded materials to make sculptures."
"She reappropriates traditional dance moves and incorporates them into her contemporary routines."
"The designer reappropriates vintage fashion trends for modern clothing collections."
"The writer reappropriates historical events and uses them as inspiration for fictional stories."
Word Game Points
Is REAPPROPRIATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reappropriates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REAPPROPRIATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.
Is REAPPROPRIATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reappropriates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREAPPROPRIATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is REAPPROPRIATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reappropriates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREAPPROPRIATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.
